Actor. He was born in Rotherham, Yorkshire, England and died in Hoober, Wentworth, South Yorkshire, England. Film and television credits include "Band of Gold," "Common As Muck,""Resurrected," "All Creatures Great and Small,""Last of the Summer Wine," "Coronation Street,""The Cops," and "Heartbeat." He was also folk singer, guitarist, comedian and radio recording artist before becoming a broadcaster and actor. In 1981 he had a hit single "Sheffield Grinder"/"Capstick Comes Home." (bio by: Genet)